International students (FN, NRI, OCI, PIO, CIWGC) can join M.E. / M.Tech in Maharashtra through the official State CET Cell portal. No GATE for the international quota — admission is on the merit of your B.E. or B.Tech degree. Programme duration: 2 years.
About the programme
Two-year postgraduate engineering programmes at AICTE-approved institutes across Maharashtra, with specialisations across Computer, Mechanical, Civil, Electronics and allied branches.
Who can apply
- Foreign Nationals (FN) — non-Indian passport holders
- Non-Resident Indians (NRI)
- Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIO)
- Children of Indian Workers in Gulf Countries (CIWGC)
- Children of Merchant Navy personnel
Entrance exam
Eligibility & key facts
| Academic eligibility | A recognised B.E. or B.Tech degree in a relevant branch. |
| Level | Postgraduate |
| Duration | 2 years |
| State CET Cell fee | USD 1,200 one-time (USD 50 eligibility check + USD 1,150 registration) |
| Tuition | Varies by institute; shown in the portal during choice filling |
| Where | 200+ participating colleges across Maharashtra, including Mumbai, Pune and Nagpur |
How to apply on fn.mahacet.org
- Register on fn.mahacet.org. Create your free account with your name, e-mail and passport details.
- Submit documents for the eligibility check. Upload transcripts, passport and category documents, and pay the USD 50 eligibility-check fee.
- Receive your eligibility confirmation. The State CET Cell verifies your documents and confirms the courses you qualify for.
- Complete registration. Pay the USD 1,150 registration fee to activate your candidature.
- Fill your college choices. Select colleges and branches from the participating institutes listed in the portal.
- Accept your seat allotment. Receive your allotment letter and report to the college to complete admission.
Want the full picture? Read the detailed guide: M.E. / M.Tech admission guide for international students.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need GATE for M.Tech on the international quota?
No. M.E. and M.Tech admission for international applicants is based on the merit of your B.E. or B.Tech degree. GATE is not required for the international quota.
What is the eligibility for M.E. / M.Tech?
A recognised B.E. or B.Tech degree in a relevant branch. Foreign National, NRI, OCI, PIO and CIWGC candidates apply through the State CET Cell portal.
How long is M.E. / M.Tech?
M.E. and M.Tech are two-year postgraduate programmes at AICTE-approved institutes in Maharashtra.
What does it cost to apply?
The State CET Cell fee is USD 1,200 in total — a USD 50 eligibility-check fee when you submit documents, and USD 1,150 registration after your eligibility is confirmed. Tuition is paid separately to the college you join.